{"id":22011,"date":"2026-08-25T14:04:22","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T13:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/?p=22011"},"modified":"2026-08-25T14:04:22","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T13:04:22","slug":"papn-and-namport-sign-memorandum-to-strengthen-port-cooperation-between-congo-and-namibia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/papn-and-namport-sign-memorandum-to-strengthen-port-cooperation-between-congo-and-namibia\/","title":{"rendered":"PAPN and Namport Sign Memorandum to Strengthen Port Cooperation Between Congo and Namibia"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-10.21.02.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22013\" src=\"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-10.21.02.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-10.21.02.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-10.21.02-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-10.21.02-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-10.21.02-800x450.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Maritime and port cooperation between the Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Namibia has entered a new phase. On 21 August 2026, the Port Autonome de Pointe-Noire (PAPN) and the Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) took a significant step forward by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the auditorium of PAPN headquarters in Pointe-Noire.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The signing ceremony was attended by Constant Mbounda, Congolese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francophonie and Congolese Abroad, and Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Namibia\u2019s Minister of International Relations and Trade.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">A shared commitment to stronger port partnerships<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Memorandum of Understanding reflects the determination of both port authorities to deepen their relationship and leverage their respective expertise to support the development of their port platforms.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In his welcome address, S\u00e9raphin Bhalat, Director General of the Port Autonome de Pointe-Noire, welcomed the presence of the two foreign ministers and emphasized the importance of the occasion. He highlighted the key areas of cooperation covered by the agreement, noting that they will further strengthen ties between the two port platforms.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">According to Mr. Bhalat, beyond its institutional significance, the memorandum paves the way for closer cooperation between the Congolese and Namibian ports by creating a framework for the exchange of experience, technical expertise, and best practices in port management.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">A new chapter for PAPN and the Port of Walvis Bay<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The signing of the MoU\u2014the highlight of the ceremony\u2014formalized the commitment of the Port Autonome de Pointe-Noire and the Port of Walvis Bay to work together in a spirit of collaboration and strategic partnership.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Through this agreement, the leaders of both ports reaffirmed their shared ambition to strengthen cooperation and contribute more effectively to regional integration and the development of maritime trade along Africa\u2019s Atlantic coastline.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The memorandum marks the beginning of a new chapter in relations between PAPN and Namport, with the prospect of implementing joint initiatives aimed at enhancing the performance, attractiveness, and competitiveness of both ports. It is a partnership expected to generate new opportunities for the maritime and port sector while further strengthening the relationship between Congo and Namibia.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The presence of the Congolese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francophonie and Congolese Abroad, alongside Namibia\u2019s Minister of International Relations and Trade, underscores the importance both countries place on advancing South\u2013South cooperation.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dustell.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-22012 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dustell.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dustell.jpeg 1034w, https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dustell-204x300.jpeg 204w, https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dustell-696x1024.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/maritimafrica.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Dustell-768x1130.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>By Antoine Dustell Mbama, Maritimafrica Correspondent in the Republic of the Congo<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maritime and port cooperation between the Republic of the 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